IBM IntelliStation A Pro 6224 User Manual page 73

12. Lift the microprocessor-release lever to the fully open position (90°).
Attention: You must make sure that the locking lever on the microprocessor
socket is in the fully open position before you insert the microprocessor in the
socket. Failure to do so might result in permanent damage to the
microprocessor, microprocessor socket, and system board.
13. Install the new microprocessor:
a. Touch the static-protective package containing the new microprocessor to
any unpainted metal surface on the computer; then, remove the
microprocessor from the package.
b. Position the microprocessor over the microprocessor socket as shown in
the following illustration. Carefully press the microprocessor into the socket.
Attention: To avoid bending the pins on the microprocessor, do not use
excessive force when pressing it into the socket.
Microprocessor
Microprocessor
socket
14. Close the microprocessor-release lever to secure the microprocessor.
Attention:
v Do not disturb or contaminate the grey thermal material on the bottom of the
new fan sink. Doing so damages its heat-conducting capability and exposes
the new microprocessor to overheating.
v If you need to remove the fan sink after installing it, call for service.
Lever open
Microprocessor
orientation indicators
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